Technology Executive Moves 5/12/11

Stanley Myers, CEO of Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International, San Jose CA, announced he is retiring after 15 years in the position. Myers has been on the association’s board for 24 years, and has been in the semiconductor industry for more than 50 years. He plans to continue with the group in a supporting role to help his successor, once the position is filled. Details: www.semi.org.

Chip Yost, from chief of staff to former Sen. Bob Bennett (R-UT), to energy and natural resources policy VP, National Association of Manufacturers, Washington. He also worked with the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Details: www.nam.org.